Reading today's price tape for 29 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,200 per quintal in Pandua APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,450
- Lowest Price Today₹3,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Dry F.A.Q.)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 71.6% above the period average — just 11.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 29 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 3 Pala Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹3,500 (53.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Pandua APMC ranged between ₹1,425 and ₹4,750, with the average around ₹2,447. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹4,450 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,200 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,825 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,650 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,750 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,125 | ₹3,750 | ₹3,900 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,650 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,425 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,275 | ₹2,850 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,725 | ₹2,575 | ₹2,650 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,350 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,150 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,925 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,520 | ₹2,325 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,525 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,375 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,450 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,325 | ₹2,425 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,425 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
The day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Pandua APMC logged this Onion rate on 29 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.